Solid Waste Recycling in Civil Engineering Materials

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Dear Colleagues,

Solid waste recycling in civil engineering materials explores the innovative reuse of industrial, construction, agricultural, and municipal waste as a substitute for natural resources in construction projects. This research is critical for advancing sustainability, reducing the environmental impacts of solid waste, and fostering a circular economy. This Topic covers areas such as recycled aggregate concrete, waste plastics in construction, fly ash utilization, agricultural residues, and the life cycle assessment of recycled materials. By leveraging novel treatment and recycling techniques, researchers aim to enhance the durability, strength, and cost-effectiveness of eco-friendly construction materials while simultaneously addressing environmental challenges associated with waste management. This field is rapidly evolving, encouraging groundbreaking contributions that combine engineering solutions with practical applications for global sustainability. As a special invitee, you will have the opportunity to shape the dialogue around innovative recycling methods and promote the adoption of green construction practices. Key areas of interest include the following:

• Recycled aggregates and concrete;
• Waste plastics in civil engineering;
• Agricultural waste utilization;
• Fly ash and slag applications;
• Recycling glass and ceramic waste;
• Construction and demolition (C&D) waste recycling;
• Solid waste applied to 3D printing technology;
• Recycled polymers in geotechnical applications;
• Life cycle assessment (LCA);
• Innovative processing techniques;
• Standards and guidelines for applications.

Dr. Wei-Ting Lin
Dr. Marek Hebda
Dr. Fiala Lukáš
Dr. Ralf Ruffel M. Abarca
Topic Editors

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Participating Journals

Journal Name	Impact Factor	CiteScore	Launched Year	First Decision (median)	APC
Applied Nano applnano	-	-	2020	25.4 Days	CHF 1000	Submit
Applied Sciences applsci	2.5	5.3	2011	18.4 Days	CHF 2400	Submit
Energies energies	3.0	6.2	2008	16.8 Days	CHF 2600	Submit
Materials materials	3.1	5.8	2008	13.9 Days	CHF 2600	Submit
Buildings buildings	3.1	3.4	2011	15.3 Days	CHF 2600	Submit
Recycling recycling	4.6	6.8	2016	20.9 Days	CHF 1800	Submit

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